Senior Instructional Designer - Training Curriculum Development

Senior Instructional Designer - Training Curriculum Development

Location: Livermore, CA

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid (90% Remote / 10% On-Site)

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 9 months
• Start: April 1, 2026
• Pay Rate: $65.00–$70.00 / Hour (USD)
• Travel Requirements: Quarterly travel is required to client locations, including the Sierra region. Occasional overnight stays may be necessary to support client meetings and project milestones.
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

A leading natural gas and electric energy company is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Instructional Designer to support their internal Power Generation business line. In this contract role, you will lead the design and development of apprenticeship training programs in the Power Generation group. Your work will directly support workforce development, ensure compliance with operational standards, and align with the client's strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of technical apprenticeship courses for Power Generation trades.
• Conduct needs assessments and front-end analyses to identify training requirements and recommend effective learning solutions.
• Collaborate with the Senior Learning Strategists and Instructional Designers to determine learning strategies, create curriculum maps, and appropriate assessment approaches.
• Guide the use of appropriate learning technologies and tools to enhance training effectiveness.
• Coach and support Instructional Designers to follow the ADDIE model and to meet quality standards. Conduct quality assurance reviews.
• Estimate project costs and develop schedules in collaboration with the Senior Learning Strategist and Instructional Designer.
• Manage project execution ensuring deliverables are completed on time, within budget.
• Facilitate key project meetings, including Kick-offs, Betas, Train-the-Trainers, and Pilots.
• Present proposals and project updates to stakeholders, including apprenticeship committees.
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement. Collect and analyze training effectiveness metrics and apply continuous improvement strategies.
• Archive course materials and complete project close-out activities.

What We're Looking For

Top Things:

• Professionalism
• Work experience
• Interest

Top Skill Sets:

• Project management of technical training
• Strong concept of the learning development process
• Communication

Required Skills

• Strategic thinking and project management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Self-motivated and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Articulate Storyline, video production, and web design tools.

Preferred Skills

• Experience developing apprenticeship programs in skilled trades.
• Experience working in the utility industry, trades, or a similar environment.
• Familiarity with tools such as Questionmark, Author-It, MS Teams, and virtual learning platforms.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, or a related field (or equivalent experience) — required.
• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education, or related field — preferred.

Required Experience

• At least 5 years of instructional design experience, including 2 years in a leadership or mentoring role.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design for classroom and skilled trades environments.
• Demonstrated experience designing multi-year technical training programs.
• Proven experience managing small to mid-sized projects.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across functions with diverse stakeholders.

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Prior Senior Instructional Designer experience.
• Prior experience with the client organization (energy/utility sector).

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Quarterly travel is required to client locations, including the Sierra region.
• Occasional overnight stays may be necessary to support client meetings and project milestones.

Important Notes

• Local candidates in the Bay Area / near Livermore, CA only.
• Laptop will be provided. Any additional equipment needed is to be provided by the supplier.
• Use personal cell phone and/or MS Teams for calls and meetings during the assignment duration.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Company

Leading natural gas and electric energy company serving millions of customers across the United States. Offers reliable energy delivery and a positive work environment. Join our team and make a difference in your community.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!

Job Number: 26-03002

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